Cylinder Visual Inspection Procedure Course
This course is designed to promote safety in the care and maintenance of high-pressure cylinders. The VIP program is intended to demonstrate a need to meet and exceed the minimum standards established by the Code of Federal Regulations. In addition, it is intended to train inspectors in the proper handling, filling, and inspection techniques, including the identification of the various defective conditions that can lead to cylinder rejection or condemnation. The course will also cover the operation and repair of valves, cleaning and maintenance and the operation of high-pressure compressor systems.
The cylinder training class is a one day program designed to teach people how to inspect high-pressure cylinders and the tools used during the inspection process as well as the filling process. Topics covered include
Rules and Regulations
NFPA Standarts
CGA Inspection Requirments
DOT Compliance
Hydrostatic Tests
Cylinder Inspections
Steel
Aluminum
Composite
Cylinder cleaning
Valves
Fill Stations and compressors
Safety
Records and liabilities
Who this course is for:
Individuals that:
Wish to know more about the visual inspection procedures used in the compressed gas industry, not just scuba
Wish to know how to properly handle high-pressure cylinders
Will be working with high-pressure cylinders as part of their employment
Course prerequisites:
Minimum age 18